Donovan was once courted by the Orlando Magic, but after he was close to accepting the job he opted to return to Gainesville, opening the door for Stan Van Gundy. Upon his return to the Gators, Donovan signed a no-compete clause that restricts him from coaching in the NBA for five years. That agreement, however, has expired.

The Atlanta Hawks were considering Messina last year at this time. Messina, 54, is a four-time Euroleague championship coach and two-time coach of the year. He’s won five Russian League titles and four in the Italian League.

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